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Existing regulations forbid fireworks being used between 11pm and 7am, with some exceptions, and those with a noise level greater than 120 decibels cannot be sold to the public.

The RSPCA supports moves to reduce the maximum permitted noise level for fireworks for public sale to 97 decibels fireworks louder than this would only be used for licensed public displays.

Ms Hens said: “Firework phobia is a treatable condition - and there’s many steps owners can take to make the experience less scary for their pet.

“But planning ahead is often key in keeping animals safe and well during fireworks displays - so having set days where displays can take place is obviously vital in ensuring people know when they have to take such extra precautions.”